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Grande théière en argent par Pierre Bert, Dunkerque, 1755-1756
Estimate
9,000 - 12,000 EUR
bidding is closed
Description
- Grande théière en argent par Pierre Bert, Dunkerque, 1755-1756
- silver
- Haut. 23,5 cm, 983 g ; 9 1/4 in, 31oz 12dwt
le corps à larges côtes, traces d'un monogramme effacé, le bec verseur en tête de canard découvrant un petit crochet pour y attacher un passe-thé, gravée sur la bâte du pied A.D.M
Literature
Pour une théière de modèle approchant et par le même maître-orfèvre, voir Guy Messiant et Christian Pfister, Orfèvrerie en Flandre, tome 1, p. 48
Condition
marks clear under the base and into the cover - traces of initials on the body erased - handle restored (traces of glu) - traces of restoration inside the teapot
Poinçons clairs sous la base et à l'intérieur du couvercle - trace d'initiales effacées sur le corps - manche restauré (trace de colle) trace de restauration à l'intérieur de la théière sous le bec verseur
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."